curlyhersheygirl
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Did a tea rinse after co-cleansing with daily fix then DC'd for 1hr.
Coffee and/or Tea Rinse Challenge 2012
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IDareT'sHair
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MaraWithLove
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I know I'm not an official challenger, but...Wow! I did a tea rinse this afternoon with plain old black tea. 
My hair thanked me! 
My hair thanked me! 
Shay72
Natural, 4A
That's what I was thinking.
IDareT'sHair
PJ Rehabilitation Center
MaraWithLove
Gurl...Come on over here & join us.
You might as well especially since you already in the HOTs challenge.
Would Love to Have You!
Those Black Tea Rinses are the best thing I did in 2011 to enhance my Regimen.
Gurl...Come on over here & join us.
You might as well especially since you already in the HOTs challenge.
Would Love to Have You!
Those Black Tea Rinses are the best thing I did in 2011 to enhance my Regimen.
NaturalPath
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Coffee rinsed last night...... today I finally bought some saw palmetto tea so I am looking forward to using it the next time I wash.
IDareT'sHair
PJ Rehabilitation Center
faithVA
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My coffee castor oil is finally ready. I think I cooked it too long but I hope it still works 
It was still thick and sticky even with the other oils (sunflower, wheat germ, jojoba oil) added to it. So I added some coconut oil to thin it out a bit. Then I added some EOs (basil, sage, lavender, rosemary, cedarwood).
Couldn't wait to give it a try. So massaged it into my scalp and edges. I have about 12 oz so hopefully that will last me for a good amount of time.
Now I am ready to get serious about this challenge.
It was still thick and sticky even with the other oils (sunflower, wheat germ, jojoba oil) added to it. So I added some coconut oil to thin it out a bit. Then I added some EOs (basil, sage, lavender, rosemary, cedarwood).Couldn't wait to give it a try. So massaged it into my scalp and edges. I have about 12 oz so hopefully that will last me for a good amount of time.
Now I am ready to get serious about this challenge.
MaraWithLove
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IDareT'sHair Thanks love! 
I'm in! I'll be doing tea rinses 2x a week. Mondays with black, Fridays with green! I definitely think they're a change for the better!
I'm in! I'll be doing tea rinses 2x a week. Mondays with black, Fridays with green! I definitely think they're a change for the better! 
Anakinsmomma
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Did a half coffee, half tea rinse. The tea had peppermint, fennel, and nettle
Lita
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Currently using-
*Shi Naturals (pre poo,rinse,leave-in)
*Coffee oil mix (pre poo)
*Marie Dean Coffee & Kokum Dc
*Herbal Hair Tea blend (Tea Hair Regeneration)-To drink
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Using as my hair needs it....
Happy Hair Growing!
*Shi Naturals (pre poo,rinse,leave-in)
*Coffee oil mix (pre poo)
*Marie Dean Coffee & Kokum Dc
*Herbal Hair Tea blend (Tea Hair Regeneration)-To drink
^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^^
Using as my hair needs it....
Happy Hair Growing!
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Brownie518
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I'm going to get ready to start on my hair tonight. I'll use It's Perfectly Natural Black Tea rinse and I think Marie Dean Coffee & Kokum DC.
Ltown
Greyland
Another article found on CN:
Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) Rinse: Closes cuticle due to acidic pH, helps hair retain moisture, gives hair shine, bounce and definition.
ACV should be diluted in water and not used full strength. Start with 2 tbsp. of ACV in 1 c. distilled water and adjust your ratios from there. The smell does bother some, but tends to dissipate once the hair dries. ACV rinses should not be overused as they can be drying to hair. You may want to begin by experimenting with a monthly rinse and then determine if a bi-weekly, weekly or bi-monthly regimen is more beneficial.
I tried a couple of ACV rinses around June of 2010. I did notice that my hair appeared curlier and bouncier, which were both results I desired. However, I just didn’t incorporate the step into my regimen as I didn’t feel like it! LOL!! I also noticed that my hair felt a little drier than normal, though I can’t attribute that to the ACV definitively.
Black or Green Tea Rinse: Caffeine in tea is thought to decrease shedding by blocking DHT, promote hair growth in those suffering from hair loss disorders, promote shine, darken hair, enhance natural highlights
A black or green tea rinse can be made by brewing 1 teabag in 1 cup of water. Wait for it to cool and apply prior to shampooing or after conditioning, prior to final rinse. In May of 2011, CurlyNikki.com recently featured an article, Everything You Need to Know About Tea Rinses. It discussed the potential benefits of caffeine as a topical application to hair, but also indicated that too much caffeine can actually stunt growth. It also indicated that there are no published scientific studies on caffeine and shedding.
When I first learned of black tea rinses in January 2011, I found quite a few anecdotal stories of black tea rinses reducing shedding, like this one on Her Best Hair. I used a rinse on my wash day for a couple of months, but didn’t notice any appreciable reduction in my shedding. That being said, I was also brewing heavy dose batches of black tea (4-6 bags in 2-3 cups of water) and allowed the teabags to sit in the water for hours. That may have been my problem!
Baking Soda – Clarifies hair. Dilute 1 tbsp. baking soda in 1 c. distilled water. Some shampoo with a baking soda paste. Baking soda is an alkali and has a normal pH of about 8.3-9. Hair is acidic by nature. Alkaline products lift the hair cuticle, hence why some use baking soda to wash and clarify hair of dirt, oils and other product build-up. I’d suggest that you check out this video by Kimmaytube, Structure of Hair Part 2 – pH Balance Basics, before experimenting with it. Click here for more info on baking soda for clarifying (see note at end of article about diluting heavily in water to make a rinse as an alternative for dry hair).
Flat Beer – Reduces frizz, adds shine and body. Apply one cup of flat, room-temperature beer to hair full-strength after conditioning. Allow it to sit for a few minutes, then rinse with cool water. Check out these posts on CurlyNikki for more info: Unconventional Frizz Tips and 5 Home Frizzy Hair Remedies.
Herbal Tea Rinses*: Benefits vary based upon type of tea.
Calendula – Brightens blonde hair, nourishes the skin, healing and anti-fungal. Brew 1/4 c. calendula petals in 1 c. water.
Hibiscus – Astringent qualities, releases darkish purple dye that can be used to color greying hair, deepen underlying color and/or enhance natural highlights, provides slip to aid in detangling. Click here for more info on the benefits and application of hibiscus tea rinses and infusions.
Chamomile Rinse – Brightens blonde hair and brings out blonde highlights on light brown hair, heals inflamed skin. LivingStrong posted this article about the potential, though not proven, benefits of chamomile in preventing hair loss. Click here for a “how to” recipe for making a chamomile tea rinse.
Lemongrass Rinse – Controls/eliminates dandruff. Click here for more info and a rinse recipe.
Catnip – Helps with split ends, conditions, helps with manageability (reduces frizzies), soothes dry scalp, anti-dandruff treatment, temporarily colors white hair pale blonde. brew strong cup of tea, massage into scalp after shampooing and rinse)Click here for more info and a rinse recipe.
Rosemary – Stimulates scalp, thought to help decrease hair loss and promote growth, treats oily hair.
Nettle – Prevent and treat dandruff, stimulate scalp, great for winter.
Burdock – Maintains and promotes healthy scalp, encourages hair growth, improves hair strength adds shine and body.
Neem – Repairs damaged hair, restores sheen, encourages hair growth.
Marshmallow Root – Relieves scalp irritations, provides moisture and slip which helps detangle hair.
You can buy packaged teas as your local grocery store and/or loose teas at many natural food stores and chains like Whole Foods and Wegmanns. You can also purchase pre-packaged tea rinses that include one or several of the teas listed above online like the ones available at Krrb.com here and AnitaGrant.com here.
(Disclaimer: I have not tried any of these herbal tea rinses, recipes or ordered from any of the tea suppliers. So, I can not review them. I am only providing links for informational purposes. If interested, research the benefits of the tea of your choice and check out reviews on the retailer.)
Final Tip:
Although all of these rinses can be applied to the hair by pouring from a bowel or cup, using a dye applicator bottle or spray bottle are probably easier and neater options.
Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) Rinse: Closes cuticle due to acidic pH, helps hair retain moisture, gives hair shine, bounce and definition.
ACV should be diluted in water and not used full strength. Start with 2 tbsp. of ACV in 1 c. distilled water and adjust your ratios from there. The smell does bother some, but tends to dissipate once the hair dries. ACV rinses should not be overused as they can be drying to hair. You may want to begin by experimenting with a monthly rinse and then determine if a bi-weekly, weekly or bi-monthly regimen is more beneficial.
I tried a couple of ACV rinses around June of 2010. I did notice that my hair appeared curlier and bouncier, which were both results I desired. However, I just didn’t incorporate the step into my regimen as I didn’t feel like it! LOL!! I also noticed that my hair felt a little drier than normal, though I can’t attribute that to the ACV definitively.
Black or Green Tea Rinse: Caffeine in tea is thought to decrease shedding by blocking DHT, promote hair growth in those suffering from hair loss disorders, promote shine, darken hair, enhance natural highlights
A black or green tea rinse can be made by brewing 1 teabag in 1 cup of water. Wait for it to cool and apply prior to shampooing or after conditioning, prior to final rinse. In May of 2011, CurlyNikki.com recently featured an article, Everything You Need to Know About Tea Rinses. It discussed the potential benefits of caffeine as a topical application to hair, but also indicated that too much caffeine can actually stunt growth. It also indicated that there are no published scientific studies on caffeine and shedding.
When I first learned of black tea rinses in January 2011, I found quite a few anecdotal stories of black tea rinses reducing shedding, like this one on Her Best Hair. I used a rinse on my wash day for a couple of months, but didn’t notice any appreciable reduction in my shedding. That being said, I was also brewing heavy dose batches of black tea (4-6 bags in 2-3 cups of water) and allowed the teabags to sit in the water for hours. That may have been my problem!
Baking Soda – Clarifies hair. Dilute 1 tbsp. baking soda in 1 c. distilled water. Some shampoo with a baking soda paste. Baking soda is an alkali and has a normal pH of about 8.3-9. Hair is acidic by nature. Alkaline products lift the hair cuticle, hence why some use baking soda to wash and clarify hair of dirt, oils and other product build-up. I’d suggest that you check out this video by Kimmaytube, Structure of Hair Part 2 – pH Balance Basics, before experimenting with it. Click here for more info on baking soda for clarifying (see note at end of article about diluting heavily in water to make a rinse as an alternative for dry hair).
Flat Beer – Reduces frizz, adds shine and body. Apply one cup of flat, room-temperature beer to hair full-strength after conditioning. Allow it to sit for a few minutes, then rinse with cool water. Check out these posts on CurlyNikki for more info: Unconventional Frizz Tips and 5 Home Frizzy Hair Remedies.
Herbal Tea Rinses*: Benefits vary based upon type of tea.
Calendula – Brightens blonde hair, nourishes the skin, healing and anti-fungal. Brew 1/4 c. calendula petals in 1 c. water.
Hibiscus – Astringent qualities, releases darkish purple dye that can be used to color greying hair, deepen underlying color and/or enhance natural highlights, provides slip to aid in detangling. Click here for more info on the benefits and application of hibiscus tea rinses and infusions.
Chamomile Rinse – Brightens blonde hair and brings out blonde highlights on light brown hair, heals inflamed skin. LivingStrong posted this article about the potential, though not proven, benefits of chamomile in preventing hair loss. Click here for a “how to” recipe for making a chamomile tea rinse.
Lemongrass Rinse – Controls/eliminates dandruff. Click here for more info and a rinse recipe.
Catnip – Helps with split ends, conditions, helps with manageability (reduces frizzies), soothes dry scalp, anti-dandruff treatment, temporarily colors white hair pale blonde. brew strong cup of tea, massage into scalp after shampooing and rinse)Click here for more info and a rinse recipe.
Rosemary – Stimulates scalp, thought to help decrease hair loss and promote growth, treats oily hair.
Nettle – Prevent and treat dandruff, stimulate scalp, great for winter.
Burdock – Maintains and promotes healthy scalp, encourages hair growth, improves hair strength adds shine and body.
Neem – Repairs damaged hair, restores sheen, encourages hair growth.
Marshmallow Root – Relieves scalp irritations, provides moisture and slip which helps detangle hair.
You can buy packaged teas as your local grocery store and/or loose teas at many natural food stores and chains like Whole Foods and Wegmanns. You can also purchase pre-packaged tea rinses that include one or several of the teas listed above online like the ones available at Krrb.com here and AnitaGrant.com here.
(Disclaimer: I have not tried any of these herbal tea rinses, recipes or ordered from any of the tea suppliers. So, I can not review them. I am only providing links for informational purposes. If interested, research the benefits of the tea of your choice and check out reviews on the retailer.)
Final Tip:
Although all of these rinses can be applied to the hair by pouring from a bowel or cup, using a dye applicator bottle or spray bottle are probably easier and neater options.
HauteHippie
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^^^^^ great article! Thanks for posting!
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IDareT'sHair
PJ Rehabilitation Center
IDareT'sHair
PJ Rehabilitation Center
I had a Business Meeting yesterday at Panera Bread.
I ended up getting a Dark Roast to go. (Refill)
And brought it home & stuck it in the Fridge.
Will use it tomorrow.
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I ended up getting a Dark Roast to go. (Refill)
And brought it home & stuck it in the Fridge.
Will use it tomorrow.
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faithVA
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I had a Business Meeting yesterday at Panera Bread.
I ended up getting a Dark Roast to go. (Refill)
And brought it home & stuck it in the Fridge.
Will use it tomorrow.
That really is a good idea, especially since I gave up coffee. Its a good way to get some coffee without buying any.
I will make sure to pick up the free coffee pods they have in the rooms when I travel. That should be enough to get me through the year
BlkOnyx488
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beautyaddict1913 You don't rinse out the TEA? I was thinking of adding tea to my oil spray but I was concerned about not rinsing it out daily
curlyhersheygirl
Well-Known Member
Tonight I misted with water and M&S with quinoa and coffee cream and Tifanni pomade.
Brownie518
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beautyaddict1913
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BlkOnyx488 I only rinse if I'm doing a tea rinse. The tea spritz that I use are infused with herbs and essential oils and rosewater and glycerin has been added for extra moisture. It is working miracles for my crown (had a recent setback from stress) so I'm a daily spritzer around my edges nape and crown.
MaraWithLove
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Overnight I GHE'd with a mix of castor and hemp (which I added a very little bit of sulfur to), so my hair was nice and moisturized this morning. I co-washed w/ Aloe 80 organics aloe, lemon & rosemary daily conditioner. I'll be doing a tea rinse within the hour! Already my scalp feels nice and tingly.
PS faithVA Now I've got some coffee oil in the making. Thanks for the inspiration! I had a bag of coffee sitting around that I didn't like! Now it can be put to use!
ETA:
Here's the tea I decided to do a rinse with today
Description
A Sip of Sunshine
The sub-tropical valleys of the Assam region of Northeast India is the inspiration for this exotic and alluring blend of rare white Assam and Indian green tea, punctuated with the taste of ripe, luscious plums and delectable strawberry leaves. Hand-picked rose petals round out the sweet fullness of this bright, delicious cup.
Ingredients: Green and white Indian tea, organic strawberry leaf, Bulgarian rose petals, organic Stevia leaf*, natural plum extract (*dietary supplement).
Embossed recyclable air tight tin containing 22 sachets of certified 100% fair trade and organic tea.
Already my scalp feels nice and tingly.PS faithVA Now I've got some coffee oil in the making. Thanks for the inspiration! I had a bag of coffee sitting around that I didn't like!
Now it can be put to use!ETA:
Here's the tea I decided to do a rinse with today
Description
A Sip of Sunshine
The sub-tropical valleys of the Assam region of Northeast India is the inspiration for this exotic and alluring blend of rare white Assam and Indian green tea, punctuated with the taste of ripe, luscious plums and delectable strawberry leaves. Hand-picked rose petals round out the sweet fullness of this bright, delicious cup.
Ingredients: Green and white Indian tea, organic strawberry leaf, Bulgarian rose petals, organic Stevia leaf*, natural plum extract (*dietary supplement).
Embossed recyclable air tight tin containing 22 sachets of certified 100% fair trade and organic tea.
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